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Haredi Reservist Criticizes Ex-IDF Chief Gadi Eizenkot Over Anti-Zionism Remarks

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Haredi Reservist Criticizes Ex-IDF Chief Gadi Eizenkot Over Anti-Zionism Remarks
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First reported by Arutz Sheva · 5 hours ago

What happened

Haredi reservist Eliyahu Ohayon sharply criticized former IDF Chief Gadi Eizenkot for calling him anti-Zionist amid the Haredi conscription debate, accusing Eizenkot of bias for not labeling Arab parties similarly. Ohayon emphasized his military service and support for Torah scholars, highlighting political tensions over military service exemptions in Israel.

  • 01Haredi reservist Eliyahu Ohayon responded sharply to Gadi Eizenkot's anti-Zionism remarks.
  • 02Ohayon emphasized his IDF reserve service and support for Torah scholars.
  • 03He accused Eizenkot of selective criticism, sparing Arab parties from the anti-Zionist label.
  • 04Ohayon noted Arab parties' political importance in forming the government.
  • 05The exchange highlights tensions over Haredi military conscription in Israel.
  • 06The video gained social media attention amid ongoing public debate.

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Now 14Right · Hebrew22 minutes ago
Haredi Reservist Criticizes Ex-IDF Chief Gadi Eizenkot Over Anti-Zionism Remarks
Arutz ShevaRight · Hebrew5 hours ago
Shas Condemns Gadi Eizenkot for Criticizing Haredi Supporters as Non-Zionist

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